1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |